Job Description We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Senior Maintenance Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance operations at our Heathrow Airport catering facilities. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical background and a proactive approach to ensure the smooth, safe, and efficient functioning of all machinery, equipment, and infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished leader, skilled in managing teams, troubleshooting issues, planning preventive maintenance, and supporting business continuity in a high-demand, time-sensitive environment. What will you be doing? Develop, implement, and oversee preventative and statutory maintenance schedules to ensure timely completion and compliance. Lead and manage daily and preventive maintenance activities across the facility to ensure all equipment and systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Design and optimize maintenance programs to minimize downtime, enhance operational efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and professional growth. Prioritize and coordinate maintenance tasks, balancing short-term operational needs with long-term strategic goals within established timelines. Manage procurement, inventory, and control of spare parts, tools, and materials to ensure availability and cost-efficiency. Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of maintenance activities, equipment records, safety procedures, and compliance reports. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations, company policies, and industry standards through regular audits and inspections. Analyse equipment performance data to identify inefficiencies, implement improvements, and support data-driven decision making, including automation of data collection and dashboards. Respond promptly to urgent repairs, diagnosing issues across electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and utilities systems, providing technical support and troubleshooting. Conduct safety audits, facility inspections, and compliance checks to uphold regulatory standards and internal policies. Lead efforts to maintain up-to-date manuals, technical documentation, safety protocols, and audit readiness. Foster a proactive safety culture, promoting continuous improvement and best practices within the maintenance team. Develop and deliver training and development programs to upskill team members and enhance overall maintenance capabilities. Forecast maintenance needs, prepare budgets, and develop resource plans aligned with strategic business objectives. Stay current with technological advancements, industry best practices, and sustainability initiatives to improve operational performance and environmental impact. Develop and enforce maintenance policies, SOPs, and standard operating procedures across the organization. Drive energy efficiency and waste reduction initiatives in line with corporate sustainability goals. Support strategic planning, including capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX) budgeting. Collaborate with management to identify opportunities for automation and process improvements within the engineering division. Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.